Kasarani Locals Immortalize Raila Odinga With Road Naming and Statue Plans

Residents of Njiru in Kasarani Constituency have renamed a three-kilometre road “Raila Odongo Road” in honour of opposition leader Raila Odinga, celebrating his decades-long fight for democracy and unwavering commitment to uplifting ordinary Kenyans. The newly christened road connects Njiru to Mwiki and serves as a vital route for thousands of residents. Locals say naming…

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Narok senator pushes back on Ruto’s geothermal strategy after launch of Menengai plant

In response to President William Ruto’s call for increased investment in Kenya’s geothermal energy sector, Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has voiced sharp criticism, highlighting inefficiencies in power transmission as the country’s real problem. During the launch of the 35 Mega Watt Orpower 22 Power Plant in Menengai, Nakuru County on Thursday, October 24, 2024, Ruto…

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‘No way I’ll laugh with them on the track’- Ferdinand Omanyala on balancing fierce rivalries, friendships with Letsile Tebogo, Noah Lyles & CO

Ferdinand Omanyala has revealed his balanced approach to sprinting rivalries as he also shared his strong bond with Letsile Tebogo, Noah Lyles, Akani Simbine and others. Ferdinand Omanyala has opened up about the kind of relationship he shares with his sprinting rivals including Letsile Tebogo, Akani Simbine and Noah Lyles among others. Africa’s fastest man…

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Matata address black tax in new single

After hinting at a new era at the beginning of the year, the music group Matata has released a new single called “Tuma Madoo.” The thought-provoking single, which is the cover of this week’s Spotify Kenya’s New Music Friday, delves into the concept of Black Tax—the societal expectation for individuals, particularly those from marginalised communities,…

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Police step up security ahead of New Year festivities

Police IG Douglas Kanja during the official commissioning of boreholes at the National Police Service’s Embakasi on July 24, 2025. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard] Authorities have heightened security and safety measures across the country, ahead of New Year celebrations. The move follows past festive seasons marked by spikes in road crashes, injuries and crime. In a…

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Ruto pledges to uphold church-state partnership

President William Ruto has reaffirmed the Kenya Kwanza administration’s commitment to partnering with religious organizations in promoting  national cohesion and improving access to social services. Ruto, who hosted  Evangelical and Pentecostal church leaders at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday noted that the government and relgious leaders have a shared responsibility in serving the Kenyan people….

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